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Suspects in New York State Caught After Getting Stuck in Traffic
Police say two suspects who stole from a department store tried to make a break for it, with over one thousand dollars worth of stolen goods. The problem from them was that they didn't get too far. Now, both suspects are facing charges of grand larceny and conspiracy, according to WNYT.
Victims of Sherwood and Lagan get $6M in restitution
Nearly $6.3 million in restitution has been collected and distributed to the victims of two attorneys — Richard J. Sherwood, a former Guilderland town judge, and Thomas K. Lagan, an investment advisor from Cooperstown — both of whom were sentenced to federal and state prison for stealing about $11.8 million from the estates of three deceased sisters.
19-year-old college student in coma after being hit by illegal dirt bike
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) - A 19-year-old college student from New York remains in the hospital fighting for her life a week after she was involved in a hit-and-run with a suspect on an illegal dirt bike. The suspect is still at large. Alexa Kropf, a 19-year-old University at Albany student,...
Maresca Wins Lou Lazzaro Memorial At Fonda
FONDA, NY – Back in 2020, Michael Maresca was crowned Modified Track Champion at the “Track of Champions” Fonda Speedway without the benefit of a feature victory in a shortened 10-race season during Covid. Taking a line out of Jim King’s announcing vocabulary, you could certainly say that the prestigious Lou Lazzaro Memorial feature event at the Fonda Speedway on Saturday evening was “Incomparable” just as the driver that King gave that name to was, the Incomparable Lou Lazzaro.
Colonie apartment building fire caused by construction
A fire at an apartment building on Monday was caused by construction work, according to investigators. The fire broke out at a building at 610 Broadway in Colonie, investigators said. Several fire departments responded, and put out the fire in about 2 ½ hours. One firefighter was treated and...
I Love My Park Day in the Capital Region
I Love My Park Day at the Schuyler Mansion in Albany. Dozens of volunteers came together to celebrate “I Love My Park Day” all over the Capital Region. At the Schuyler Mansion in Albany, volunteers did their part to get the historic site ready for visitors. The manager...
"Ghosts of Mabee Farm" documentary tells a story of slavery in Schenectady County
The Schenectady County Historical Society on Saturday will premiere a new short film that tells the story of three enslaved people who lived in Rotterdam in the 18th Century. “Ghosts of Mabee Farm,” a 30-minute documentary produced by the Schenectady County Historical Society and filmmaker George Paul, seeks to tell a fuller story of the Rotterdam historic site.
Hulett Street Fire: Our 2013 coverage
May 2, 2013 – a suspicious early morning fire on Hulett Street in Schenectady killed a man and three children in a second-floor apartment. A little 5-year-old girl, Sa’fyre Terry, survived with burns to 75% of her body. Here’s our coverage from that day, and beyond.
Hometown Heroes Day at Rotterdam Elks
PatriotHills.org, The Rotterdam Elks #2157, The Ancient Order of Hibernians, and the Tri-County Council Vietnam Eras Veterans are hosting a Hometown Heroes Day at the Rotterdam Elks on Sunday. The Rotterdam Elks is located at 1152 Curry Road in Schenectady.
Red Cross helping six people after Saratoga Springs, Schenectady fires
Six people are recovering after two separate fires in the Capital Region. Both fires happened early Tuesday morning, the Red Cross said. One fire was on Route 9N in Saratoga Springs, and affected two adults. There was also a fire on Reserve Court in Schenectady, with four adults affected, the...
Albany Tulip Queen Finalists Revealed
Albany, NY (WRGB) — The 2024 finalists for Albany Tulip Queen have been announced. The nominees underwent extensive interviews, showcasing their community service to the area. Among the finalists are Naishaly Velez Galan, who migrated from Puerto Rico at five years old and attended North Albany Academy. Reflecting on...
Appeals court overturns Troy man’s conviction in 2018 Albany shooting
An appeals court has thrown out the conviction of a Troy man for a 2018 shooting in Albany. Jeffrey Walker was found guilty of assault, criminal possession of a weapon and criminal use of a firearm. He was sentenced to up to 25 years in prison for the Oct. 7, 2018, shooting outside a bar near Lark Street in Albany.
Amsterdam man pleads guilty to federal drug charges
An Amsterdam man has pleaded guilty to drug trafficking. Samuel Payano, 24, admitted in federal court on Friday that from May 2022 to December 2022, he conspired with Bernardo Tovar to distribute counterfeit Oxycodone pills containing fentanyl, as well as cocaine and meth. He also admitted to distributing fentanyl pills...
Albany Medical Center Reaccredited as an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Joint Commission
Albany Medical Center has once again earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval and the American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification for Comprehensive Stroke Centers. The post Albany Medical Center Reaccredited as an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Joint Commission first appeared on Spotlight News.
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